Addis Ababa — Diplomats from Norway and Bangladesh have emphasized that Ethiopia's pursuit of sea access is a legitimate and essential step toward the nation's economic progress. Their remarks align with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's stance that the pursuit of maritime access must follow a lawful, peaceful, and mutually beneficial path. Keep up with the latest headlines on WhatsApp | LinkedInThe ambassadors noted that their respective countries understand the strategic necessity of maritime access for a nation of Ethiopia's scale. We certainly recognize the importance of sea access for such a large country," the Ambassador noted. Bangladesh's Ambassador, Air Vice Marshal Sitwat Nayeem, on his part underlined the critical link between maritime access and global commerce.

Source: Ethiopian News March 03, 2026 17:17 UTC